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Return of Ukrainian children forcefully deported to Russia is non-negotiable, Kyiv says

Kyiv insists all Ukrainian children illegally deported by Russia should be returned home "unconditionally" as it reiterated its "red lines" for any possible deal to put an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Floating homes and Michelin meals: This new cruise promises a permanent holiday

Crescent Seas’ high-dollar, high-seas residences are the latest development in luxury cruises.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

On thin ice: Why this legendary Dutch skating race may never happen again

In the 20th century, the Elfstedentocht could be expected to take place every four to five years.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

ECB cuts rate to 2.25% as trade tension bites

The ECB has lowered its key interest rate to 2.25 percent, down quarter of a percent, in as as Trump’s tariff threats rattle the eurozone economy.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Meet Toby Binder: The German photographer capturing the lives of Belfast’s divided youth

Binder's project, which won the 2025 Sony World Photography Award for Documentary, explores how the Troubles continues to shape a new generation in Belfast.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russia warns Germany against giving Ukraine Taurus missiles

The comments from the Russian Foreign Ministry come after Germany's presumptive next Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he was open to delivering the long-range missiles to Ukraine.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Hermès leaves wealthy clients to pay for cost of Trump tariffs

The luxury company, based in France, announced that it would be hiking prices in the US to offset the impact of US President Donald Trump’s 10% tariffs against the EU.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Faithful start Easter celebrations around the world from the Vatican to Jerusalem

Thousands of people gathered in the Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica to witness the Easter week mass on Holy Thursday.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Southeast Asia walks tightrope between China and US

Chinese President Xi Jinping is staging a charm offensive in the region while US President Donald Trump inflicts massive tariff pain.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

People in Spanish town of HellΓ­n welcome Easter with traditional drumming

On the afternoon of Holy Wednesday, the tamborada of HellΓ­n begins, in which thousands of drummers of all ages march through the streets of the town beating their drums and thundering out ancestral rhythms.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Experimental daily pill found to aid weight loss in what could be alternative to jabs like Ozempic

Other weight loss drugs must be injected, meaning the new pill from pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly could become patients’ top choice if it is approved.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Why Trump could be Europe’s accidental city-builder

Europe’s Γ©migrΓ©s built America’s skylines, suburbs and strip malls. Will the U.S. brain drain do the same for the EU?

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Russia: Why Kremlin no longer considers Taliban terrorists

Russian authorities have removed the Taliban from their list of terrorist organizations. The Kremlin can now sign agreements with Afghanistan β€” and also improve its relations with the transitional government in Syria.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Putin praises Musk's Mars plans and compares tech billionaire to Soviet icon

The Russian president made the comments speaking to students at the Bauman Moscow State Technical University.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Are online claims about the WHO's pandemic treaty true?

While conspiracy theories and fake news about the WHO are commonplace online, the pandemic treaty has given them a new opportunity to resurface.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

French jails have come under attack. Are violent drug gangs to blame?

A mysterious group has accused Justice Minister GΓ©rard Darmanin of declaring "war" on prisoners.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Ex-Russian general jailed for seven years over bribes

Lt Gen Vadim Shamarin was sentenced to seven years in a penal colony after being accused of taking bribes.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Middle East updates: Israel strikes Gaza amid truce talks

Israel continued strikes across Gaza, as Hamas says it is reviewing a truce offer. Meanwhile, Iran's foreign minister is in Russia ahead of nuclear talks with the US. DW has more.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

ECB cuts interest rates by quarter as tariff turmoil looms

The eurozone's monetary policymakers have cut the cost of borrowing as they seek to prop up an already struggling economy from the possible future impact of US tariffs.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

ECB cuts rates again as Trump tariffs weigh on economic outlook

The European Central Bank cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 2.25% on Thursday as threats to growth outweigh inflationary concerns.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germans know next to nothing about their chancellor's health

Americans are kept up-to-date on how their president is doing and Donald Trump, they recently learned, is in tip-top shape. German chancellors are a lot less forthcoming. Fainting spells or depression are kept secret.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Bayern Munich's Kim Min-jae beyond his limit

After Bayern Munich's exit to Inter in the Champions League quarterfinal, defender Kim Min-jae has come in for heavy criticism. But the defender's poor form is symptomatic of a deeper issue in football.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Bayern Munich's Kim Min-jae pushed beyond his limit

After Bayern Munich's exit to Inter in the Champions League quarterfinal, defender Kim Min-jae has come in for heavy criticism. But the defender's poor form is symptomatic of a deeper issue in football.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

New Madrid-Lisbon high-speed train to cut journey time from 10 hours to three

Portugal is also planning a new airport near Lisbon to improve connections to the city.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Schools in Spain to ban fatty foods and require fresh vegetables to curb child obesity

The rules come amid concerns that children from lower-income families are struggling to eat well, creating health disparities.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What should Europe do as Russia gains influence in Africa's Sahel?

France was recently asked to leave Chad, and its relations in central and West Africa are increasingly weak. With Russian influence in the region spreading, Euronews asks what is next for Europe in the Sahel.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

New breakthrough in quantum mechanics could make electronics more efficient

Spintronics researchers discovered a new mechanism to generate strong spin currents that could bring us a step closer to low-power, high-performance memory and processors.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US officials arrive in Paris for critical talks with European leaders on Ukraine's future

European leaders are meeting Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special envoy, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as well as a delegation from Kyiv.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russian airstrike in Dnipro kills three and injures 30, including children

Deadly Russian attacks against Ukrainian cities have escalated in recent weeks despite calls by US President Donald Trump for a ceasefire.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

If you can finish a meal in 20 minutes or less, it might be time to slow down. Here's why

Experts tend to focus on which foods can improve your health, but the speed at which you devour your dinner matters too.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Volunteers help frogs cross road in Russia to reach spawning sites

The work begins in mid-April and continues for around two months, with more than 700 volunteers taking part every year.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Egypt's Suez Canal revenue fell sharply in 2024 on regional tensions

Attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels have continued to significantly impact commercial shipping through the Suez Canal.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Tatooine-like planet outside the solar system may be orbiting two failed stars

Scientists believe that there's a planet like the desert planet Tatooine from 'Star Wars' that orbits a pair of failed stars.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU's arms spending splurge may outpace its strategic control

Within defence ministries, EU institutions, and industrial circles, it is increasingly recognised that rearmament is outpacing Europe’s capacity to steer it strategically.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Millions tune in to Sweden's moose migration slow TV hit

The livestream's remote cameras capture dozens of moose as they swim across the Γ…ngerman River, some 300 kilometres northwest of Stockholm, in the annual spring migration toward summer grazing pastures.

Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews